new visions journalism and media studies

Students from all over New York State tuned in to and participated in a live-streamed press conference with State Education Commissioner Dr. John B. King on Tuesday. Coordinated by the New Visions: Journalism and Media Studies class, the press conference was broadcast in Albany, but students as far north as Rochester and as far south […]
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Starting my senior year way back in September, I was so anxious because it was my first day at New Visions: Journalism and Media Studies. It was my first time since 2nd grade (when I first moved to Schalmont), that I entered a classroom where I didn’t know anyone (with the exception of the four […]
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There have been a few special people who have made this experience even better than I was expecting it to be, and I would like to dedicate this blog to them. First off, Mr. Stapleton. Thank you for meandering down the hallway of our white house whenever the conversation began getting heated in this room. […]
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September 7, 2012 I walked into this white house and into a room of 13 strangers. Ninety-two days later, I am leaving that same white house with 13 lifelong friends. Inside the classroom I have learned more than I could have ever expected. I have a hard time even explaining New Visions because we learn […]
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Before I entered the New Visions classroom I expected a few things from the program; college credits, an escape from the monotonous days at Schalmont, more experience in the field I was interested and maybe even a few friends. I never expected to fall in love 13 times. Immediately upon stepping foot in the classroom […]
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In light of the recent Occupy Movement that has sparked conversation and created various protests across the country and around the world, Santa’s elves were inspired to stand up for their own rights. Here’s the trailer for the movie short produced and created by the New Visions: Journalism and Media Studies Class of 2011 and […]
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I don’t like the idea of senior quotes. Since when are 18 year-olds qualified to give life advice? We’re not. Anyways, rather than telling you what principles I think you should live by, I’d just like to share some knowledge that I’ve acquired throughout my senior year while in New Visions Journalism and Media Studies. […]
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